Chelsea look set to land Napoli man Jorginho and that could spell good news for Fulham's pursuit of Nice's Jean-Michael Seri.

The 26-year-old has been spotted on a flight to London ahead of a potential move to the blue side of west London, with Napoli's president confirming that Jorginho has chosen Chelsea over Manchester City, who were rumoured to be heavily interested in the player.

Chelsea had held in an interest in Seri, who is reported to have a £35million release clause in his contract that is set to expire next week, but their imminent signing of Jorginho leaves the door wide open for Fulham to swoop in and make a deal for the Ivory Coast man.

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Football.London understands that negotiations are ongoing between Seri and Fulham, and although nothing is expected imminently, Jorginho's move to Chelsea has boosted hopes that the club will be able to get a deal over the line for Seri.

There are still other clubs interested in a move for Seri, with Borussia Dortmund and Napoli both linked with the 26-year-old, but Fulham are becoming increasingly confident that he will be a Fulham player this season.

The Cottagers are yet to make a move in the transfer window so far as they look to add quality that will see them compete in the Premier League this season as Tony Khan and the recruitment team plan an ambitious window.